The Cleveland Indians hope to land veteran infielder Kevin Youkilis to play first base, but they face stiff competition from the New York Yankees. The Yankees are offering a $12 million, one-year contract, according to reports, while the Tribe is willing to go $18 million on a two-year deal.

If Youkilis decides to go to the Yankees, the Indians are likely to turn to Mark Reynolds, another veteran power hitter, FOXSports.com reports.

Reynolds hit .221 with 23 homers and 69 RBIs for the Baltimore Orioles last season. His home run output was down from 37 in 2011 and his fewest since his rookie year in 2007. Reynolds struggled at third base early and was moved to first, where he played exceptionally well as the Orioles made their surprising playoff push.

Baltimore declined to offer a 2013 contract to Reynolds, a decision that allowed him to become a free agent. The Orioles have expressed interest in bringing Reynolds back.

Like Youkilis, Reynolds has plenty of experience at third base, but the Indians want to give prospect Lonnie Chisenhall a full season of at-bats at that position to continue his development.